Cocoa Pecan Crescents

Another one i tried over christmas. Delicious results!!

In a large bowl , with electric mixer , beat butter , sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.

Stir together flour , cocoa and salt.

Gradually add to butter mixture , blending well.

Stir in pecans.

Cover.

Refrigerate dough 1 hour , or until firm enough to handle.

Preheat oven to 375.

For each cookie , shape scant 1 tablespoon dough into log about 2 inches long.

Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Shape each log into crescent shape , tapering ends.

Bake 13-15 minutes , or until set.

Cool slightly.

Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.

Cool completely.

Roll in confectioners sugar.

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